Galmudug President Qoor Qoor withdraws from re-election bid

Qoor Qoor added that he will remain in office until the electoral process is completed and will hand over power peacefully to the winner.

"Until the process is concluded, I will continue to serve as president. Whoever is elected will inherit a united, stable and forward-looking Galmudug," he said.

His announcement comes amid growing political speculation over the future leadership of Galmudug, as preparations for the state's leadership transition have intensified in recent weeks.

The decision also comes as Somalia's federal government continues to push for broader electoral reforms, including plans to introduce one-person, one-vote elections in parts of the country, making developments in Galmudug closely watched for their potential national political implications.